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We heard that the Rebbe once said this. When Joseph refused Potipher’s wife, it is written, “She grabbed him by his garment” (Genesis 39:12) . The forces of the Other Side and the Evil One grab a person by his garment.

The necessity of obtaining garments and clothing can disturb a person greatly and hinder him in serving God. Therefore, “she grabbed him by his garment.”

If you are a master of your soul and have strong confidence in God, you will pay no attention to this. You may have no clothing to wear, but it will not disturb you, since you do not allow yourself to be distracted by such things.

It is written, “He left his garment with her and fled” (ibid.) . You must leave your concern about garments and clothing behind and escape the forces of evil. Pay no attention to what you lack. Do what God requires of you and serve Him to the best of your ability.